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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-17-2012, 10:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,925
Posted By Ned
Re: Steering Question

There is nothing wrong with your steering. What you describe is normal for the Model A steering setup.

In a turn, the inner wheel must turn sharper than the outer wheel. In a left turn, the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-23-2012, 09:16 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 24,917
Posted By Ned
Re: High Torque Starter 12v to Ford Model A

Web page for the UK starter. 6 Volt model also available.

http://www.autoelectricsupplies.co.uk/product/920/category/139
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-23-2012, 09:07 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,841
Posted By Ned
Re: HP/torque vs rear end ratio

Horsepower = Torque x RPM / 5252

Torque = Horsepower x 5252 / RPM
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-29-2012, 04:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,567
Posted By Ned
Re: East coast storm

I am in Jarrettsville in northern Maryland between Baltimore and York, PA. Measured 4" of rain at 4 PM, wind is picking up. We still have power. Have a generator and several gas cans gas, if I...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-15-2012, 07:38 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 23,250
Posted By Ned
Re: Toe-in Adj. tool

Always roll the car forward, not back, between the first and second measurement.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-22-2012, 07:41 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 15,547
Posted By Ned
Re: Without a tachometer, how do you tell if you are over-reving the engine?

I was trying to add a table of rpm vs speed, didn't work.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-19-2012, 08:20 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,414
Posted By Ned
Re: New Shop ! WOOOOHOO

I covered my walls with 1/2" plywood rather then sheet rock. Easy to hang thngs on it.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-19-2012, 08:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,114
Posted By Ned
Re: getting a tick to go away with oil/additive?

It is probably valve tick. No way to completely get rid of it with solid lifters. I have also heard ticking form the distributor as the cam touchs the points block, especially with a B distributor...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-11-2012, 09:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,867
Posted By Ned
Re: Shifting Problem

Did you replace the pilot bearing in the flywheel? If not, it may be dragging.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-25-2011, 02:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,886
Posted By Ned
Re: Throttle shaft bushings

Brattons has an oversized throttle shaft if you don't want to install bushings. Snyders and others probably carry it also.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-17-2011, 09:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,274
Posted By Ned
Re: testing a wiring job without smoking the wires

Take a small 6 or 12 volt bulb and attach clip leads to both terminals. I like to use a 12 volt bulb used in modern car dome lights. With everything turned off, hook one lead to the starter post...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-30-2011, 05:45 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,012
Posted By Ned
Re: How important is it to replace the head bolts when installing a HC head??

I needed to remove the studs in on old engine. Soaked the studs in PB Blaster for a few days, then used a wrap around stud remover and a pointer type torque wrench so I didn't get too heavy handed. ...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-30-2011, 05:12 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,655
Posted By Ned
Re: Engine balance during install

I have used the adjustable bar in MikeK's post several times on A's and Jeeps. Really nice since you can change the angle as you ease the engine in.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-21-2011, 08:38 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,517
Posted By Ned
Re: The wisdom of our Dads

I have seen this happen - "If it ain't broke, fix it til it is".

My best trouble shooting tip is to only change one thing at a time. Works for hardware or software.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-13-2011, 09:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,847
Posted By Ned
Re: Steering worm gear install

Put the worm gear in the oven at about 300 degrees for 15 -20 minutes. It will expand and should slide on the sterring shaft. This also works with the gear on the front of the cranskshaft.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-09-2011, 09:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,450
Posted By Ned
Re: Copper head gasket with white asbestos...

I use Form-a-Gasket liquid sealer on all of the water passage holes in the gasket and have no leaks or seepage after seven years.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-08-2011, 11:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,413
Posted By Ned
Re: locking bolt orientation? front axle...

I believe the hole is the same diameter all the way through. The locking pin has two tapered cuts with a center ridge. This locks the king pin in place at the correct angle.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-04-2011, 09:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,994
Posted By Ned
Re: gear ratio difference on 28/29s vs 30/31s?

Engine RPM for a given tire size can be calculated by this -

RPM = MPH x Diff Ratio X 336 / Tire Dia.

Use 29.75" for a 21" tire and 29 for a 19"
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-04-2011, 09:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,994
Posted By Ned
Re: gear ratio difference on 28/29s vs 30/31s?

Looks like the RPM chart didn't work. I'll try another method.

PM if you want the Excel file.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-04-2011, 09:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,994
Posted By Ned
Re: gear ratio difference on 28/29s vs 30/31s?

Some calculations of engine RPM vs tire diameter, rear end ratio and speed. Includes asection for a 26% OD. Hope it this works. I have the Excel file for this.

Engine RPM for Various...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-03-2011, 04:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,892
Posted By Ned
Re: Painting my Model A

Mix some color in with the clear, it won't have that wet look like a modern car
Forum: Model-A 11-02-2011, 11:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,147
Posted By Ned
Re: 1930 Complete Chassis

I might be interested in everything except the engine and trans, already have those.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-31-2011, 06:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,856
Posted By Ned
Re: Roadster interior space??

I added several inches of leg room to my 29 roadster when I rebuilt it. I needed new seat springs and got ones from Snyders that are 1" shorter than the originals. I also moved the vertical...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-28-2011, 01:55 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 12,969
Posted By Ned
Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011

The yellow trim is unique, might help identify it if it shows up on Ebay.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-23-2011, 10:01 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,758
Posted By Ned
Re: Hershey Coral Cars & Prices 1

I believe the "beast" at the top-left of in Walk 7 and the post above started out life as a fire truck and was "converted" to look like a racer.
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